UNIQUE Button Lifter & Point Turner

UNIQUE Button Lifter & Point Turner | Sewing Tool

• Brand: UNIQUE
• Product: Button Lifter & Point Turner
• Functions: Point Turner, Button Shank Gauge & Measuring Guide
• Material: Plastic
• Best For: Turning Corners, Collars, Cuffs & Creating Button Shanks

Quantity: 1 = 1 Tool

Add a versatile finishing tool to your sewing kit with the UNIQUE Button Lifter & Point Turner. Designed to perform multiple useful sewing tasks, this compact tool helps create crisp turned points while also assisting with the creation of thread shanks when sewing on buttons.

The pointed end is designed to gently push out corners and points after a sewn piece has been turned right side out. Use it for collars, cuffs, pocket flaps, waistbands, straps, bags and other projects where a clean, well-defined corner contributes to a professional-looking finish.

The tool also functions as a button lifter and button shank gauge. When sewing on a button, it helps create space between the button and fabric so a thread shank can be formed. This extra space allows room for the fabric layer that will sit beneath the button when the garment is fastened.

Creating an appropriate thread shank is particularly useful when attaching buttons to coats, jackets, shirts, cardigans and other garments, helping the button sit correctly when passing through the buttonhole rather than pulling tightly against the fabric.

Built-in measurement markings add another practical function to this compact sewing tool, making it handy for quick measurements while working at your sewing table.

Tip: When using the point turner, apply gentle pressure and gradually work the corner into shape. Avoid forcing the tip against the seam, particularly when working with lightweight or delicate fabrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the button lifter function do?

The button lifter helps create space between a button and the fabric while the button is being sewn in place. This space allows you to form a thread shank beneath the button so there is room for the buttonhole side of the garment when it is fastened.

Why do some buttons need a thread shank?

A thread shank provides additional space between a flat button and the garment. This is especially useful with thicker fabrics because it accommodates the fabric around the buttonhole and helps prevent the fastened garment from becoming compressed or puckered around the button.

Can I use this tool for turning collar points?

Yes. Turning collar points is one of the most useful applications for the pointed end. Work gently from inside the collar to gradually shape the corner before pressing it into its final position.